Create and Delete Databases
- Last Updated: February 11, 2026
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- OpenEdge
- Version 13.0
- Documentation
This topic describes how to create and delete OpenEdge databases.
OpenEdge users have multiple tools for creating and deleting databases.
OpenEdge enables database creation through the several utilities. Graphical interface users may create databases using the Data Dictionary or Data Administration, and character interface users may use the Data Dictionary. You may also convert a database from a prior release to the current release.
The PRODEL utility lets you delete a database.